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Mythology Of Undine - A Mermaid Novella Or A Fairy Tale?
Undine is a water spirit, kind of mermaid. It's also a popular novella from the 19th century with interesting mythology, upon which several fairy tales were made.
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Elenore Plaisted Abbott: a biography of an artist
Elenore Abbott was an extraordinary artist but today her legacy is undeservedly overshadowed. With this short biographical sketch we'll try to correct at least a bit of this unjustuce.
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Johnny Gruelle and the story of Raggedy Ann
Although Johnny Gruelle is today known mostly as an author of stories about Raggedy Ann, he was a man of many talents. Are you interested in the background of this popular doll and her designer?
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Sleeping Beauty: summary, symbols and more
The Sleeping Beauty is to most people known only by Disney adaptation, but this story has actually an impressive history. Let's explore it together!
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The Wolf and the Seven Little Kids: Short Summary, Symbolism and More
"Wolf and seven kids" can be used an example of a legend based on an explanation of natural occurrence, which may lead to the very first fairy tales.
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Little Red Riding Hood: The Summary and Symbols Explained
Red Riding Hood is one of the classic fairy tales ever written and has become known worldwide. However, the powerful symbolism behind the story is not as well known. Let's explore it along with a summary, a comparison of two different versions, and various theories and interpretations!
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The Original Story of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears"
Goldilocks (often with the Three Bears) seems like a simple story for children, but it has an interesting history and many surprising variations.
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List of Most Popular Fables of All Time and Their Authors
You will find a comprehensive list of fables and their authors below. From Aesop to Rudyard Kipling, prepare to discover many creative writers and their stories!